Gubei Water Town Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Gubei Water Town
Popular places to visit
Forbidden City
This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites.
Wangfujing Street
Find the latest fashion or cheap souvenirs and sample local cuisine in this bustling pedestrian-only street, one of the city’s most popular shopping strips.
Tiananmen Square
One of the most famous squares in the world, this spot is the beating heart of Beijing and has always been the site of mass protests and national celebrations.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Great Wall of China
After visiting Great Wall of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Huairou. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Great Wall of China
See terracotta warriors, ancient temples and Ming Dynasty architecture at the Juyongguan section of one of the most spectacular tourist attractions in the world.
Things to do
Beijing|Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall Day Tour
Small Group-Jinshanling Great Wall Sunset tour
Beijing: Full-Day Small-Group Great Wall Hiking at Jinshanling
Small Group Morning/Sunset of 6km hiking Jinshanling Great Wall
JinShanling Great Wall Sunset/Day Private English Guided Tour
Top hotels in Gubei Water Town
ATRIUM FENGZHU HOMESTAY
"Je n’ai pas été"
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025
Beijing Happyyuan Apartment
Wangjinglou Boutique Hotel
Beijing Ju Man Yuan Triditional Hotel
"Lovely family owned home stay, clean comfortable rooms and good food"
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Gubeikou Great WallJuyouyuan Homestay
Vangen Spa Hotel
"The staff is lovely and the food was so good."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2023
Where to stay in Gubei Water Town
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical sites, art galleries and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Wangfujing Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or Ritan Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tower of Buddhist Incense and Summer Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.
